Ghost of Midnight

Reporter needs story? Listen to neighbors on FPF

#VT #BTV – In this week’s Seven Days (Vermont’s excellent free alt. weekly), I’ve already counted three stories that stem from postings made on various Front Porch Forums…

• Silvio’s Silver Lining (3:20 mark).. crime in Cambridge
• Weinberger Wants Year-Round Waterfront Action, But Some Neighbors Are Wary… Burlington politics
• UVM Sets Kill Traps for Dam-Building Beavers in Centennial Woods… wildlife controversy

And they’re not alone… ABC22/Fox44 local news covered a Burlington break-in via FPF this week, and the Burlington Free Press, VPR, WCAX, and many community newspaper frequently turn to FPF.

We love it.  FPF helps local traditional media find story leads.  And we help grow the audience for the stories that they report.  We’ve heard many times from FPF members who rarely tuned into local news before signing up for their Front Porch Forums… and now they pay more attention to community issues.  Strong and vibrant local media… it’s crucial for our democracy and we’re honored to play our role.

UPDATE:  Just saw these tweets…